Casework

Chris Becksvoort’s Shaker-Inspired Side Chest
June 26, 2024

Bottom shelf adds interest and utility to a classic design.
Tambour doors now and then
April 10, 2024

Polish furniture maker Tom Bensari takes a look at the evolution of the tambour door, from its roots in 18th century France to contemporary furniture collections.
Plan: Entryway Mirror
April 8, 2024

This combination entry table and mirror, by Joshua Sterns, was designed originally as a vehicle for some geometrically interesting panels he wanted to make.
Traditional Tansu, Part 2: Drawers and Doors
February 21, 2024

Unlike most drawers, Len Cullum's tansu drawers feature pinned joinery at the corners and the bottom is pinned directly to the drawer box.
Traditional Tansu, Part 1: The case
February 14, 2024

A box-style tansu, like this chest by Len Cullum, is built using wide, pinned finger joints and shopmade copper hardware.
Here Stands the Cabinet
December 21, 2023

A look at the cabinet on stand, the furniture type most associated with James Krenov, from the director of the school that bears his name.
Little pins stabilize floating panels
September 11, 2023

Dowels in drilled holes can secure the panel in a frame-and-panel, while allowing for wood movement.
Melamine tape makes drawers glide smoothly
June 26, 2023

Edge-banding tape on the bottom of drawer pockets creates a perfect gap.
Build a case with mitered dividers
April 5, 2023

Michael Pekovich's simple, versatile method yields fast, accurate results
Knockdown armoire
February 10, 2023

Skeleton-and-skin construction is adaptable to a range of styles

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